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Federal Register · May 7, 2026
The title they went with Safety Zone, Brandon Road Lock and Dam to Lake Michigan Including Des Plaines River, Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal, Chicago River, and Calumet-Saganashkee Channel, Chicago, IL Noisy translates that to

A fireworks display will close a small section of the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal for a few hours

What happened
The Coast Guard will temporarily close a 200-foot section of the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal on June 13, 2026. This closure is for a barge-based fireworks display.
Why it matters
This document is a routine safety measure for a specific event. It ensures that vessels and people are kept safe from the hazards of fireworks. It does not change any long-term rules or operations for the canal.
The signal
There is nothing to watch. This is a one-off event with no broader implications.
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